MADRID, Spain.— The Congress of Deputies of Spain rejected the proposal promoted by the Vox parties y Popular (PP) in which it was called to condemn the president of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardofor not inviting your inauguration al king Philip VIhead of the Spanish State.
With 19 votes against Spanish Socialist Workers Party (PSOE) and the Catalan, Basque and Galician nationalists rejected the proposal, which obtained 17 votes in favor.
Vox stance
López Obrador has been a catastrophe for Mexico: more homicides, more corruption and more power for the drug cartels.
Scheinbaum begins his mandate with the same stupid offense as his predecessor to Mexico’s own Spanish history. Spain will never apologize for its… https://t.co/qlCBVoGlRD
— Santiago Abascal 🇪🇸 (@Santi_ABASCAL) October 3, 2024
On October 3, the Vox party presented its proposal, to which it added an amendment formulated by the PP.
The intention was for the Congress of Deputies to make the following message public and official:
“As a representative of the Spanish people, and with the utmost respect for the brother people of Mexico (sic), I condemn the attitude expressed by the president (sic) of the United Mexican States, Claudia Sheinbaum, against the figure of the head of State, His Majesty. Felipe VI and, therefore, the Spanish people.”
It was also proposed to urge “the government to disapprove the presence of Spanish political representatives at the inauguration” of Claudia Sheinbaum because, according to these political organizations, it represented “an attack on the figure” of the king.
It also proposed that the government “take appropriate measures to defend the historical legacy of Spain in Mexico (sic).”
Position of the Spanish Government
The President of the Spanish Government, Pedro Sánchez, speaks of a diplomatic crisis with Mexico after King Felipe VI was not invited to the inauguration of Claudia Sheinbaum
“We find it unacceptable” pic.twitter.com/2EhHtxBMI7
— Joaquín López-Dóriga (@lopezdoriga) September 25, 2024
At the end of September, the President of the Spanish Government, Pedro Sánchez, established his position regarding the exclusion of the king from the inauguration of Claudia Sheinbaum and assured that no representative of his administration would attend the event.
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How does Vox’s condemnation of Claudia Sheinbaum reflect broader trends in populism within European politics?
**Interview with Political Analyst Dr. Ana López on the Recent Congress of Deputies Vote Regarding Claudia Sheinbaum**
**Editor:** Good morning, Dr. López. Thank you for joining us to discuss the recent developments in the Spanish Congress regarding Claudia Sheinbaum’s stance on the invitation to King Felipe VI at her inauguration.
**Dr. López:** Good morning! Thank you for having me.
**Editor:** As you know, the Congress of Deputies voted against a proposal by the Vox and Popular (PP) parties to condemn President Sheinbaum for not inviting King Felipe VI. How significant is this vote in the current political landscape?
**Dr. López:** This vote is quite significant as it highlights the division in Spanish politics regarding international relations, specifically with Latin America. The rejection of the proposal shows that a majority of parties, including the PSOE and various nationalist parties, prefer to maintain a more diplomatic stance rather than engage in politicizing historical grievances.
**Editor:** Vox is known for its strong opinions on issues related to national identity and heritage. What do you think motivated them to push for this condemnation?
**Dr. López:** Vox, led by Santiago Abascal, often appeals to national pride and a perceived need to address historical wounds. Their condemnation of Sheinbaum fits within their broader narrative of defending Spain’s national identity and historical legacy in light of what they perceive as disrespect from foreign leaders. By doing this, they hope to galvanize their base and draw attention to their agenda.
**Editor:** The vote saw 19 against and only 17 in favor of the motion. What does this indicate about the current political alliances in the Congress?
**Dr. López:** This outcome indicates a shift towards a more unified front among left-leaning and regional parties in Spain. It suggests that they prioritize diplomatic relations over partisan politics, especially regarding historical topics that could sour these relations. The diverse voting pattern also reflects how these parties are willing to collaborate across traditional divides when it comes to significant diplomatic issues.
**Editor:** Lastly, how might this situation affect Spain-Mexico relations moving forward?
**Dr. López:** I think this vote could create a more cautious atmosphere in Spain-Mexico relations. While the official stance from the majority in the Congress was to reject the condemnation, the discourse from opposition parties like Vox could incite tension. The Spanish government may need to tread carefully and emphasize cooperation and mutual respect to prevent any further diplomatic fallout while addressing domestic critiques.
**Editor:** Thank you for your insights, Dr. López. This situation certainly adds another layer to the complexities of international relations and domestic politics.
**Dr. López:** You’re welcome! It’s an evolving scenario, and I look forward to seeing how it will develop further.
